1971 Citroen DS vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1981 Opel Ascona is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Citroen DS (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Citroen DS weights approximately 192 kg more than 1981 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Citroen DS (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Citroen DS | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | DS | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2580 mm |
